Author mac barnett and canadian authorillustrator jon klassen, the dream team who last collaborated on the caldecott honorwinning extra yarn, reunite for a striking story that is sure to delight. Extra yarn is a fresh story of generosity triumphing over greed that has the feel of a classic folk tale, yet jon klassen s stylized, subtly comic illustrations seem totally modern. See more ideas about jon klassen, illustration art and art. From bestselling and awardwinning author mac barnett and illustrator jon klassen comes extra yarn, a caldecott honor book, boston globehorn book award winner, and a new york times bestseller. Extra yarn i childrens read aloud book i janas bananas. But will she sell her remarkable yarn to the grasping archduke. He cowrote battle bunny with jon scieszka which was a new york times bestseller. He is the caldecott awardwinning author and illustrator of i want my hat back and this is not my hat, as well as the illustrator of sam and dave dig a hole and extra yarn by mac barnett.
One day, annabelle finds a box of yarn that never runs out. Annabelles creations bring life to a drab, cold town. Extra yarn, winner of a caldecott honor and the boston globehorn book award, as well as a new york times bestseller, is the story of how a young girl and her box of magical yarn transform a community. Extra yarn is a fresh story of generosity triumphing over greed that has the feel of a classic folk tale, yet jon klassens stylized, subtly comic illustrations seem totally modern. In a world full of amazing stories and many talented authors and illustrators, mac barnett and jon klassen have created the perfect kids book. This book is also available in spanish titled hilo sin fin. Buy the book from or from your favorite independent bookstore. One snowy afternoon, annabelle finds a box filled with yarn of every color.
For fans of klassen s books, theres a cameo tucked inside. Jan 01, 2017 extra yarn written mac barnett and illustrated by jon klassen is a wonderful tale of hope and generosity of spirit. But a notable design consideration in extra yarn is of course, color. Its a perfect picture book for the obsessive knitter in your family and a must have for any elementary school library. Extra yarn printables, classroom activities, teacher. Jon klassen cm born november 29, 1981 is a canadian writer and illustrator of childrens books and an animator. Written by mac barnett and illustrated by geisel honor award winner jon klassen, extra yarn knits a warm tale of imagination and inspiration. Extra yarn, which won a caldecott honor and a boston globehorn book award. Mac barnett is a new york times bestselling author whose books have been translated into more than thirty languages. About mac barnett mac barnett is the author of three books illustrated by jon klassen. Jan 26, 2012 extra yarn, winner of a caldecott honor and the boston globehorn book award, as well as a new york times bestseller, is the story of how a young girl and her box of magical yarn transform a community.
Extra yarn can be used as a portal into the discussion about magic. Early on in the discussion, ask which kids believe in magic, and which do not. Extra yarn by mac barnett, 9780061953385, download free ebooks, download free pdf epub ebook. Extra yarn mac barnett jon klassen download free ebook. From bestselling and awardwinning author mac barnett and illustrator jon klassen comes extra yarn, a caldecott honor book, boston globehorn book award winner, and a new york times bestseller a young girl and her box of magical yarn transform a community in this stunning picture book. Jon klassens moody yet charming illustrations perfectly evoke the spirit of a town slowly coming back to life. He is the author and illustrator of i want my hat back, as well as the illustrator of cats night out by caroline stutson, extra yarn by mac barnett, and the other books in. This is the story of a girl named annabelle who discovers a box filled with yarn of every color. Extra yarn by mac barnett, illustrated by jon klassen. Jon klassen is the illustrator of the 2012 boston globehorn book picture book award winner extra yarn.
The action unfolds in a lowkey but captivating way, then takes an even more folktalelike turn with the sudden arrival of the archduke on a sailing ship. Extra yarn by mac barnett illustrated by jon klassen the multiple awardwinning, bestselling team of mac barnett and jon klassen tell an extraordinary tale about a little girl who cocoons her cold, grey town in joy and warmth and brightly coloured yarn. A young girl and her box of magical yarn transform a community in this stunning picture book. Extra yarn npr coverage of extra yarn by mac barnett and jon klassen. A conversation with extra yarn author mac barnett and illustrator jon klassen.
He is the caldecott medalwinning author and illustrator of i want my hat back, this is not my hat and we found a hat, as well as the illustrator of sam and dave dig a hole and extra yarn by mac barnett, the dark by lemony snicket, pax by sara pennypacker and the nest by. An original tale begins with a little girl named annabelle finding a box of magic yarn that never runs out. A girl and her box of magical yarn bring color and life to her community. Kids wings activities for extra yarn by mac barnett. I have no doubt that mac barnett is usually this happy. Your kids can meet author mac barnett or illustrator jon klassen in author access at rar premium.
Extra yarn, a caldecott honor book, boston globehorn book award winner, and a new york times bestseller, is the story of how a young girl and her box of magical yarn transform a community. A great fantasy story about magic, growth mindset, determination an. This award winning and best selling modern day fairy tale is sure to delight children and parents alike. Winner of the caldecott honor one of time magazines 100 best childrens books of all time winner of the boston globehorn book award winner of the e. English extra yarn, written by mac barnett, illustrated by jon klassen childrens book read aloud duration. Video of the 2012 boston globehorn book award ceremony craftsanity podcast episode 129. A caldecott honor book, boston globehorn book award winner, and a new york times bestseller, extra yarn is a modern day classic. Extra yarn by marc barnett illustrated by jon klassen. Mac barnett is a new york times bestselling author of books for children. Among his other popular books are i love you like a pig, illustrated by greg pizzoli, and the magic word, illustrated by elise parsley.
Illustrator jon klassen jon klassen tells about how he made the sweaterlook. An original tale begins with a little girl named annabelle finding a box of magic. Annabelle stumbles upon a box in the middle of her dreary little town, a box filled with yarn of many colors. The story is quite magical,bathe illustrations, as youd expect from the assured jon klassen, intimate and enticing, with a nod,nod, wink to familiar characters from his other books.
Oct 15, 2012 written by mac barnett and illustrated by geisel honor award winner jon klassen, extra yarn knits a warm tale of imagination and inspiration. He won both the american caldecott medal and the british kate greenaway medal for childrens book illustration, recognizing the 2012 picture book this is not my hat, which he also wrote. See more ideas about jon klassen, illustration and childrens book illustration. He is the author and illustrator of i want my hat back, as well as the illustrator of cats night out by caroline stutson, extra yarn by mac barnett, and the other books in the incorrigible children of ashton place series. I have my own copy now, but have bought others for other friends and families.
This is extra yarn, written by mac barnett and illustrated by the amazing jon klassen, 2012. A young girl and her box of magical yarn transform a. He also writes the brixton brothers series of mystery novels. Extra yarn by mac barnett meet your next favorite book. This muchloved picture book is written by mac barnett and illustrated by jon klassen, who also won the caldecott medal for this is not my hat. Macs disarmingly simple tale offers the allure of mystery and expertly captures a childs faith in magic, with jon klassen s illustrations adding just the right light touch of personality to the text. Dec 19, 2012 jon klassen is the illustrator of the 2012 boston globehorn book picture book award winner extra yarn.
She knits herself a sweater, and then one for her dog, and when her yarn supply continues to grow she gradually clothes the whole town including people, animals, trees, buildings. Jan 02, 2014 the story is quite magical,bathe illustrations, as youd expect from the assured jon klassen, intimate and enticing, with a nod,nod, wink to familiar characters from his other books. A guided reading or interactive read aloud lesson plan for the fiction mentor text book extra yarn by mac barnett and jon klassen. Extra yarn written mac barnett and illustrated by jon klassen is a wonderful tale of hope and generosity of spirit. Mac barnett is the author of several books for children, including extra yarn, illustrated by jon klassen, a caldecott honor book and winner of a boston globehorn book award, and sam and dave dig a hole, a caldecott honor book and winner of the e. His picture book extra yarn won a 20 caldecott honor and the 2012 boston globehorn book award. Boston globe horn book awards hbmjan horn book magazine jon klassen mac and jon says. Extra yarn from bestselling and awardwinning author mac barnett and illustrator jon klassen comes extra yarn, a caldecott honor book, boston globehorn book award winner, and a new york times bestseller. Extra yarn, by mac barnett, illustration by jon klaassen. Click on a book cover or title for a brief description and a look inside. The book may not play an important role in the discussion, but that is good because we want the children to be able to think beyond the book.